You be the Timbers GM: Sal Zizzo

We've reached the final installment of examining the Portland Timbers roster. We are asking you to vote and comment on each piece of the puzzle as a part of our You be the Timbers GM series. Every feature is accompanied by commentary from our panel of Timbers writers.

Geoffrey C. Arnold: StayThe fans love his pace, ability to get forward and pressure defenses. However, he doesn't pass very well when he puts his head down and pushes forward, sometimes missing open teammates. And his defense is shaky, though he did improve as the season wore on. But he's young and there's plenty of potential.

Rick Curwen: StaySal is another player who saw his career with the Timbers improve under Gavin Wilkinson. He was named to the MLS Team of the Week for his performance in the 3-2 loss to New York on Aug. 19 in which he assisted for both goals. He added a more intelligent style of play to the speed he already possesses. His passing and crosses into the box need to become more consistent but I'm looking forward to seeing him as a much more effective player in 2013.

Sal Zizzo: stay or go?Kip Kesgard: StayZizzo has been a pleasant revelation in 2012 and has become a player that brings more to the table than just speed. I watched him develop his game to track back on defense better, so much so that he became a late substitute for the right back spot in a few games. His crosses also were improved enough that he figured into the mix for free and corner kicks, and while he still struggles with it from time to time, I feel he's developing the right kind of game that the Timbers need from their midfield wing players.

Jennifer Kesgard:Zizzo brings tremendous energy and speed, but if it isn't focused well, the effort is wasted and goal scoring chances are less than they should be. When he has it all together, magic happens. I'm hoping he keeps improving because he's too adorable to stop being in my pictures.